Radeon R7 M260X
GPU·Budget

Radeon R7 M260X

AMD

G3D Mark

1,013

MSRP

$139

AVG Price

$35

December 6 2015
GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)

Performance Spectrum - GPU

About G3D Mark

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Overview

The Radeon R7 M260X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 6 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 620 MHz to 715 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,013 points.

Value Upgrade Path

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MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
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Performance Per Dollar Radeon R7 M260X

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Radeon R7 M260X across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon R7 M260X specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon R7 M260X scores 1,013 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the GCN 1.0 (2012−2020) architecture (codename: Opal), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 384 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 24 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 8 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.5491 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 715 MHz from a base of 620 MHz.

SpecificationRadeon R7 M260X
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score1,013
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationGCN 1.0 (2012−2020)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameOpal
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute384
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling24
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending8
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load715 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency620 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance0.5491 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second17.16 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count950 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#878
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon R7 M260X is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationRadeon R7 M260X
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures4 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAMUnknown
L1 Cache96 kB
L2 Cache256 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

The Radeon R7 M260X supports modern upscaling and frame generation technologies: FidelityFX Super Resolution — these can dramatically boost effective FPS by generating intermediate frames or upscaling from lower internal resolution. Graphics API support: DirectX 12 (11_1), Vulkan N/A, OpenGL 4.3— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationRadeon R7 M260X
FSR Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution✅ Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version12 (11_1)
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.3
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)OpenCL 1.2
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Display & Media

Display outputs: — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0, decoder: UVD 3.0— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MVC.

SpecificationRadeon R7 M260X
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionVCE 1.0
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionUVD 3.0
CodecsSupported video compression formatsH.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MVC
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R7 M260X draws 75W under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Mobile. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots, weighing 0g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45 at idle, 85 under load.

SpecificationRadeon R7 M260X
TDPPower consumption under load75W
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typeMobile
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance0mm
Card Height0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied0-slot
Weight0g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle45
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load85
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $35 (MSRP: $139), the Radeon R7 M260X delivers 29 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #878 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationRadeon R7 M260X
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$139
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$35
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#878
Release DateDecember 6 2015
Release Year2015

Specifications Reference

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Technical Specifications

21 specs

ROPs8
TMUs24
Vram4 GB
DLSS/FSRFSR upscaling
L1 Cache96 kB
L2 Cache256 kB
Core Clock620 MHz
Boost Clock715 MHz
Memory TypeGDDR5
Memory Speed8 Gbps
Shading Units384
Upscaling TechAMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR)
PCIe GenerationPCIe 3.0 x16
Memory BandwidthUnknown
Memory Bus Width128-bit
Transistor Count950 million
Frame GenerationFSR Frame Generation: No | AMD Fluid Motion Frames: No | FidelityFX Super Resolution: Yes
Texture Fill Rate17.16
Manufacturing Process28 nm
Floating Point Performance0.5491 TFLOPS
Quantidade De Transportadores Compute6

General Information

4 specs

CodenameOpal
ArchitectureGCN 1.0 (2012−2020)
Release DateDecember 6 2015
Performance Ranking Position878

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